Clinical Instructors: Dental Hygiene

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title

Clinical Instructors : Dental Hygiene

Role Title

Education Support Spec III

Role Code

29144-SW

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

Position Number

286W0TBD

Agency

Virginia Western Community College

Division

Virginia Western Community College (Div)

Work Location

Roanoke (City) - 770

Hiring Range

Hourly rate based on qualifications

Emergency / Essential Personnel

EEO Category

B-Professional

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Hours may include mornings, afternoons, and evenings based on clinical needs.

Sensitive Position

Job Description

Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board.

Virginia Western is located on a 70-acre campus in southwest Roanoke, VA. The service region of the College includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The College was established in 1966 and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of over 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400 enrollments in fast-track workforce and continuing education courses.

Virginia Western, located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Roanoke Valley, is accepting applications for part-time Dental Hygiene clinical instructors in the School of Health Professions.

Clinical Instructors are part-time wage employees who work in the lab or clinic setting assisting and overseeing the work of Dental Hygiene students.

Clinical instructors are expected to maintain currency in their discipline and in trends in community college education.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's / Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in any field.

Associate's degree in Dental Hygiene with demonstrated competence in the teaching field.

A minimum of two years of experience in Dental Hygiene with a strong clinical background is crucial.

Must hold a current Virginia Dental Hygiene license and BLS certification.

Clinical Instructors must also be proficient in supervision, instruction, and evaluation.

All Clinical Instructor positions require excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds.

Additional Considerations

Previous experience as a clinical instructor preferred, but not required.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Supervises Employees

Required Travel

N / A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

WGE_2369P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Multi-hire

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

02 / 03 / 2025

Job Close Date

02 / 02 / 2026

Open Until Filled

Agency Website

www.virginiawestern.edu

Contact Name

Email

hrapps@virginiawestern.edu

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

Only online applications will be accepted. Submission of on-line application must also include a resume, cover letter, and transcripts of all college work completed.

We must receive copies of transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions. If the transcripts are not attached to the on-line application, please upload a document to indicate that the transcripts will be mailed. The application will not be accepted without this "required" documentation.

Materials submitted via regular e-mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person in lieu of the on-line application will not be considered.

For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit : http : / / www.virginiawestern.edu / hr / careeropenings.php. Questions about the on-line application process call 540-857-7282 or 857-7283.

Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY : "711" or 1-800-828-1120. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action and Diversity.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link : https : / / www.dars.virginia.gov / drs / cpid / PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include : fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link : http : / / ethics.dls.virginia.gov /

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting

https : / / jobs.vccs.edu / postings / 81879